Title: LumberjacksPhotographer : C H PolandDate Created: 1900 - 1940Abstract: Lumberjacks chopping down a tree in a field near Memphis, Tennessee.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Memphis and Shelby County Room Photographic CollectionContributing Institution: Memphis Public LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000245add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: SawmillPhotographer : C H PolandDate Created: 1900 - 1940Abstract: The interior of a sawmill. Two African American workers are loading planks of wood while a supervisor looks on from above.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Memphis and Shelby County Room Photographic CollectionContributing Institution: Memphis Public LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000246add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Johnston Refrigerator CompanyPhotographer : C H PolandDate Created: 1933Abstract: An exhibit at the 1933 Mid-South Fair in Memphis, Tennessee. Exhibit of Maytag Washers and Ironers, put on by the Johnston Refrigerator Co.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Great Depression and World War II (1929-1945)Collection: Memphis and Shelby County Room Photographic CollectionContributing Institution: Memphis Public LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000205add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Gordon, C.H. in Knoxville, Tennessee to R.T. Brewer in Johnson City, TennesseeAttributed name : C. H. GordonAttributed name : R. T. BrewerDate Created: 1910-06-20Abstract: The letter is written to R. T. Brewer, the Industrial Agent of the Clinchfield Route of the Carolina, Clinchfield and Ohio Railway, from C. H. Gordon, Associate State Geologist Chief, Department of Mines and Minerals. The letter expresses gratitude to the railway for providing minerals found along the line for exhibition at the Exposition. C. H. Gordon also requests cement and marble samples. Page 2 includes information for exhibits of minerals and an entry form for general and individual exhibits.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Carolina, Clinchfield, and Ohio Railway RecordsContributing Institution: Archives of Appalachia- ETSUURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002627add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: McGhee, C.M. in New York, New York to Temple, O.P.Author : C. M. McGheeRecipient : Oliver Perry Temple, 1820-1907Date Created: 1881-09-12Abstract: Replying to Temple, he would like to see a good road made out of Kingston Pike. McGhee will lend $500.00 for improvement if can be done for certain sum and all secured. Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Development of the Industrial United States (1870-1900)Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000761add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: C.T. Mandel in Johnson City, Tennessee to Mr. CampionAttributed name : C. T. MandelAttributed name : J. J. CampionDate Created: 1910-05-11Abstract: This letter was written in favor of reduced passenger fares to the Appalachian Exposition of 1910 held in Knoxville, Tennessee, as requested and proposed by William J. Oliver, President of the Appalachian Exposition. Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Carolina, Clinchfield, and Ohio Railway RecordsContributing Institution: Archives of Appalachia- ETSUURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002626add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: C.F. Sevier in Savannah, Hardin Co. Tennessee to O.P. Temple in Knoxville, TennesseeSigner : C.F. SevierDate Created: 1877-01-15Abstract: In this letter, Sevier requests information from Temple on some land sold in east Knoville sold to Jas. Sevier in 1858.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Civil War and Reconstruction (1850-1877)Collection: The O.P. Temple Papers, 1832-1909Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002777add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Landlord`s Lien Declaration by C. H. Ryan, Landlord, v. George Person, TenantSigner : C.H. RyanDate Created: 1924-01-25Abstract: This Lien issued by L.H. Ryan, landlord, claims an amount of $140 owed as a landlord`s lien against George Person, tenant of Hickory Point, Tennessee. The land and supplies were furnished for the growing of tobacco. The form has been addressed to the Dark Tobacco Grower`s Association, in Hopkinsville, Ky. Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Ryan PapersContributing Institution: Customs House Museum and Cultural CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003335add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: General Agent in Johnson City, Tennessee to Mark W. Potter in New York CityAttributed name : Carolina, Clinchfield and Ohio RailwayDate Created: 1912-10-26Abstract: This letter is written to Mr. Mark W. Potter, President, from the General Agent. The purpose of the letter is to seek approval for Mr. Ehret, an entrepreneur with a background in the boiler business, to assume ownership of the building formerly used by the Dixie Concrete Company along with one acre of land the following week when Court convenes. Carolina, Clinchfield and Ohio Railway is seeking to break even on the losses sustained when the Dixie Concrete Company shut down its facility in Johnson City, owing its subsidiary, Holston Land Company, a substantial amount of money. Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Carolina, Clinchfield, and Ohio Railway RecordsContributing Institution: Archives of Appalachia- ETSUURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000002617add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Medicine Carrying CaseOwner : Cas Wilson , 1891-1956Date Created: 1910 - 1930Abstract: This is the leather satchel carried by Dr. Cas Wilson when he practiced medicine at the age of twenty-two in and around the nearby village of old Loyston, Tennessee. The carrying case contains 87 vials, bottles, and cans of medicine, including a variety of pills. Mr. Wilson received his medical degree from the Memphis School of Medicine in 1913.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Museum of AppalachiaContributing Institution: Museum of AppalachiaURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000505add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: 1836 Dec. 21, Mouth of Poplar Creek [to] Charles F. WelckerAuthor : Catharine F. WelckerRecipient : Charles F. WelckerDate Created: 1836-12-21Abstract: The following document is a correspondence amongst the Welcker family, a prominent landholding family of Roane County. The letter, dated December 21, 1836, is from Catharine F. Welcker to her brother Charles F. Welcker. Catharine gives her brother news of the mill he owns, which was situated on the mouth of Poplar Creek. She also relays business advice and proposals from their father, Henry Welcker, and talks of their brother Monroe going to school in Knoxville, most likely to East Tennessee College.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)Collection: Charles Freeling Welcker PapersContributing Institution: C. M. McClung Historical CollectionURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002963add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Unidentified manuscriptAuthor : Charles CanslerDate Created: 1831 - 1839Abstract: These 2 pages are from the Charles Cansler Collection at the Beck Cultural Exchange Center. The author is not identified. Background information: Charles W. Cansler (1871-1953), Professor Cansler was born near Maryville, Tennessee in 1871. He was educated at Freedmen`s Normal Institue and attended Maryille college. He became the first Black railroad postal clerk in East Tennessee. At age 19 he passsed the bar examination. After practicing law for two years, he became principal of Austin High School. Under his leadership, the school grew from 80 to 437 students. Professor Cansler organized the East Tennessee Association of Teachers in Colored Schools and wass its first President. He also led the movement for parks and playgrounds in Knoxville. He became the first African-American to be nominated to the Tennessee State Legislature. Professor Cansler is the author of Three Generations, the story of a free Negro family in Tennessee from 1831-1939.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)Collection: Beck Cultural Exchange CenterContributing Institution: Beck Cultural Exchange CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002756add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: 1826 Apr. 14 Jackson [Tennessee], [to] Rhea & McCrabbAuthor : Charles L. BarthRecipient : RheaRecipient : McCrabbDate Created: 1826-04-14Abstract: This document is a letter written from Charles Barth to fellow merchants Rhea & McCrabb on April 14, 1826. In the letter, Barth discusses business practices and prospects to be found for merchants in Jackson, Tennessee. Barth states that business prospects are good in Jackson, but that goods and rent are expensive, due mostly to the influx of wealthy citizens into the area.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)Collection: Historical and Genealogical CollectionContributing Institution: Memphis Public LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003016add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: 1825 Nov. 20 Memphis, [to] Rhea & McCrabbAuthor : Charles L. BarthRecipient : RheaRecipient : McCrabbDate Created: 1825-11-20Abstract: This document is a letter written to two merchants named Rhea & McCrabb from a businessman named Charles L. Barth on November 20, 1825. In the letter, Barth discusses his business travels throughout Tennessee en route to New Orleans. He also gives Rhea & McCrabb permission to take care of his affairs at home in Athens, Tennessee while he is away.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)Collection: Historical and Genealogical CollectionContributing Institution: Memphis Public LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003015add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: 1815 June 6, Fosterville [to the] QuartermasterAuthor : Charles R. HicksDate Created: 1815-06-06Abstract: This document is a letter from Charles Hicks to the Quartermaster at Camp Ross requesting one hundred and forty bushels of corn for the people of Durt town to be paid out of their annuities.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)Collection: Penelope Allen Collection, 1801-1984Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003078add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: 1824 Dec. 13, Highwassee Agency [to] Col[onel] James G. WilliamAuthor : Charles R. HicksRecipient : James G., Colonel WilliamDate Created: 1824-12-13Abstract: This is a letter, dated December 13, 1824, from Charles Hicks to Colonel James G. Williams concerning a list, taken by the Cherokee Commissioners, on Cherokee who claimed pay for improvements they made to their lands.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: Expansion and Reform (1801-1861)Collection: Penelope Allen Collection, 1801-1984Contributing Institution: University of Tennessee Special Collections LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003095add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Retail Business Center of Knoxville, TNAssociated name : City of KnoxvilleDate Created: 1921Abstract: This map of Knoxville's downtown was most likely created in 1921 according to city directory information. Most of the buildings labeled here are still present in downtown Knoxville though their names may have changed. Other well-known buildings present on the map, such as the Market House in Market Square, no longer exist.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: MapsContributing Institution: Knox County ArchivesURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200700000001487add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Hughes Heating CompanyPhotographer : Clifford Hoyte Poland, 1882-1939Date Created: 1934Abstract: An exhibit at the 1934 Mid-South Fair in Memphis, Tennessee displaying a coal-burning device called "Black Servant" made by Hughes Heating Company. The sign claims that it "solves all fuel burning problems."Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Great Depression and World War II (1929-1945)Collection: Memphis and Shelby County Room Photographic CollectionContributing Institution: Memphis Public LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000204add to bookbag | view long format in new window